Domestic abuse is any incident or pattern of controlling, coercive, threatening behaviour, violence or abuse between people who are intimate partners or family members.

Abuse can include:

• Physical abuse
• Emotional or psychological abuse
• Financial control
• Sexual abuse
• Coercive or controlling behaviour

Domestic abuse can affect anyone regardless of age, ethnicity, religion, gender or background.

No one deserves to live in fear. Help is available.

Learn more or access help:

Get Help and Information

If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic abuse, support is available 24 hours a day.

Emergency danger:

Call 999 immediately if you are in immediate danger.

National Domestic Abuse Helpline
Freephone: 0808 2000 247
Available 24 hours a day

Women’s Aid
www.womensaid.org.uk

Refuge Domestic Abuse Support
nationaldahelpline.org.uk

You can also request housing support through Contento Social Homes:

Submit a Referral or Request Support

Survivors of domestic abuse may be able to access legal protections through the courts.

These protections may include:

• Non-Molestation Orders – preventing the perpetrator from contacting or harassing you
• Occupation Orders – restricting the perpetrator from living in or entering the home
• Police protection and safeguarding measures

Contento Social Homes can help survivors access support organisations, housing services and legal advice when needed.

Leaving an abusive situation is only the first step. Survivors often need ongoing support to rebuild their lives.

Our programmes focus on:

• Housing stability and move-on accommodation
• Confidence and life skills development
• Support for children affected by abuse
• Guidance towards independent living

We believe every survivor deserves the opportunity to live safely, independently and with dignity.

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